1965 AC 427 vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC 427. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC 427 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC 427 (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208. 1965 AC 427 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 AC 427 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | 427 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
